General Dentist
Listed compensation
$208k-$247k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
About the Role
Upland Dental Group and Implant Center is looking for a skilled and compassionate General Dentist to join our growing team in Upland, CA. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality dental care in a patient-focused environment where your expertise and passion for dentistry can truly shine.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive dental exams, diagnoses, and treatment planning for a diverse patient base
- Provide a full range of general dentistry services including fillings, extractions, crowns, and bridges
- Deliver implant consultations and coordinate implant treatment planning and placement
- Educate patients on oral health, preventive care, and treatment options
- Collaborate with dental hygienists, assistants, and administrative staff to ensure seamless patient care
- Maintain accurate and thorough patient records and documentation
- Stay current with advancements in dental technology and continuing education
Requirements
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited program
- Active California Dental License in good standing
- Experience in general dentistry; implant experience is a plus
- Proficiency in restorative, cosmetic, and preventive dental procedures
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-centered approach
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Current CPR/BLS certification
About Us
Upland Dental Group and Implant Center is a trusted dental practice proudly serving the Upland, CA community with comprehensive general and implant dentistry services. Our patients love us for our gentle, personalized approach and our commitment to delivering beautiful, lasting results. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where dental professionals are valued, respected, and empowered to do their best work.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
General Dentistry Career Context
Of the 49 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 41% have no call, 82% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$228k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $206k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $208k–$247k | Dentist median $260k (middle half $203k–$275k)424 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$206k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in California | 574 active | 5,667 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 41% no call · 82% no weekends49 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California healthcare professional listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 4% offer loan repayment573 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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